Many eyes diseases like glaucoma and cataracts can lead to complete and permanent blindness, but people often disregard common eye conditions like astigmatism and presbyopia as major threats. The articles here talk about the dangers of some of today’s most common eye problems and how you can take precautions and steps to improve eye health naturally.
From the moment we wake up in the morning to when we finally shut our eyes and go to bed for the night, our eyes are hard at work for us. As children, we don’t think about the damage we could be doing to our eyes when we’re outside playing. We just want to be […]
Nearsightedness is a common problem in our modern world. The normal treatments for this condition, such as eyeglasses, contact lenses, and corrective surgery, have been successful at helping millions of patients overcome their vision problems. But, not without risk. So, what other options are there out there? Are there any nearsightedness eye vitamins you can […]
The last thing any of us want is to age before we have to. Whether it’s through magazine covers or websites, we’re bombarded with “miracles” and “cures” for aging. The harsh truth is there is no cure to aging, especially when it comes to eye health. You can use anti-aging cream for your skin, Spanx […]
If you’re new to the world of vision troubles and have just been diagnosed as being either farsighted or nearsighted, you’ve probably got some questions about what your diagnosis means. First of all, what’s the difference between the two conditions? It can be difficult to know what questions to ask your eye doctor when you […]
Let’s get some bad news out of the way first. If you have eyes, you are at risk of developing cataracts at some point in your life. It’s a natural part of aging. Your eyes become overused and tired. But this doesn’t have to be a metaphorical death sentence for your eyesight. It is possible […]
Do you find yourself reaching for your reading glasses every time you want to use your phone? What about when you need to read a menu? Has this condition worsened or even only appeared with age? If you have difficulty seeing objects that are close to your face in your golden years, you might have […]
It’s a well-known fact that humans are not built with night vision. Unlike nocturnal animals, whose eyes easily adjust to the darkness at night, humans just don’t have that ability. However, healthy human eyes should still be able to somewhat function at night. If you need a nightlight to find your way to the kitchen […]
If you wear glasses or contacts, you’ve likely heard the term astigmatism before. And, if you have astigmatism, you likely know how frustrating the condition can be and the limits it can present. Those limitations go beyond just being able to find comfortable glasses and contacts. It goes beyond simply being far or nearsighted. But, […]
Staring at a computer screen all day long sure puts a strain on your eyes. Poor lighting, an increase in visual demands, and not enough blinking are all factors that contribute to computer-related eyestrain and blurry vision. Added to that, many computer users often turn to smaller devices like their phones amidst their busy workday, […]
Just like your bones and skin, the eyes change as they age. Even if you’ve had perfect vision your entire adult life, as a senior, things change. Presbyopia is the natural process of wear and tear on your eyes; it’s not a disease or health condition. And, it’s not the same as farsightedness. In old […]
